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The residencies are four hours long over Zoom on Saturdays (morning or afternoon). SOM offers several sections and online asynchronous sections of the same course in a given year.<br><br><a href=\"#apply\">Apply to the DNP in Executive Leadership Online Program<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading mb-2 has-primary-color has-text-color\">On This Page<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-5\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#why-choose\">Why Choose UM-Flint<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Curriculum\">Curriculum<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#academic-advising\">Academic Advising<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#admission-requirements\">Admission Requirements<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-apply\">How to Apply<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#deadlines\">Application Deadlines<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\"\/>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mb-4 has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"why-choose\">Why Choose UM-Flint DNP &#8211; Executive Leadership Program?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>A Doctorate Degree Program Designed for Nurse Leaders<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The online DNP with a concentration in Executive Leadership is created for nurses with an existing master\u2019s degree to elevate their careers. Focused on leadership, the program helps current management-level nurses, such as nurse managers in various types of patient care units and chief operating officers of nursing or medical centers, revolutionize organizational change and improve health care outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Convenient Online Format<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Offered in an online format, the DNP in Executive Leadership program allows practicing RNs to expand their expertise with doctoral-level courses and research in a manner conducive to the busy lives of health care professionals.<br><br>UM-Flint\u2019s high-caliber online education delivers an engaging and rigorous learning experience. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/ode\/\">Office of Online &amp; Digital Education<\/a> also supports our online learners who need assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Multi-Faceted Credentials<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UM-Flint\u2019s online DNP degree in Executive Leadership complements your advanced nursing knowledge with expertise in management leadership. Upon graduation, you achieve a DNP degree. This equips you for the influential role you will play in guiding complex care that is based on research, evidence, and best practices.<br><br>The program of study can help prepare you to take the Nurse Executive Advanced Certification exam through the American Nurses Credentialing Center or the Certified in Executive Nursing Practice exam through the American Organization of Nurse Executives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Dual Degree Options<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>DNP students or graduates interested in business or health care administration can pursue the <a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=34&amp;poid=14334&amp;returnto=4152\">DNP\/MBA<\/a> dual degree. Students can apply up to 15 specified credits toward both degrees. Each degree is awarded when completed, with specified credits accepted for the second degree after the first has been awarded. The MBA degree is awarded with a concentration in health care management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The dual <a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=34&amp;poid=14407&amp;returnto=4152\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Doctor of Nursing Practice\/Master of Science in Leadership and Organizational Dynamics<\/a> program is designed for UM-Flint Doctor of Nursing Practice students and graduates with an Executive Leadership concentration who are interested in leadership positions in their organizations. &nbsp;The curriculum allows the DNP student or graduate to apply up to 15 specified credits toward both degrees. &nbsp;The degrees are independent; each is awarded when completed with specified credits accepted for the second degree after the first has been awarded. &nbsp;The School of Management awards the MS degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to dual degree options for this program students will complete all of the courses required to earn the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/post-masters-business-certificates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Post-Masters Organizational Leadership certificate<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\">Nurse Faculty Loan Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you interested in pursuing a Nursing faculty position? Find out how you can get your school paid for while gaining the skills and expertise required of faculty in the field of Nursing.<\/p>\n\n\n<a\n    id=\"block-block_e291698e529972fcfd20d67de011b864\"\n    class=\"btn mt-4 d-inline-flex btn-icon bg-secondary\"\n    href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/paying-for-college#nurse-faculty-loan\"\n    title=\"Apply Now\"\n    target=\"\" >\n            <span class=\"btn-icon-image\">\n            <i class=\"fas fa-arrow-alt-circle-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>        <\/span>\n        <span class=\"btn-icon-text\">\n            Apply Now        <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-4 has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"Curriculum\">DNP Leadership Program Curriculum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Doctor of Nursing Practice \u2013 Executive Leadership degree requires you to complete at least 30-34 credits to graduate. The robust curriculum includes nursing core courses and concentration courses that focus on building your knowledge in organizational leadership and management.<br><br>Review the <a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&amp;poid=16256&amp;returnto=5138\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Online DNP Executive Leadership program curriculum<\/a> and full course list.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"2000\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-9654 size-full\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/08\/DNP.LandingPage.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/08\/DNP.LandingPage.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/08\/DNP.LandingPage-300x234.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/08\/DNP.LandingPage-1024x800.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/08\/DNP.LandingPage-768x600.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/08\/DNP.LandingPage-1536x1200.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/08\/DNP.LandingPage-2048x1600.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#FFF\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"academic-advising\">Academic Advising<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At UM-Flint, we provide dedicated advisors to help guide your educational journey in earning the DNP degree in Executive Leadership. If you have questions about the program curriculum and requirements, or want to talk about your education plan, <a href=\"https:\/\/booknow.appointment-plus.com\/d6983sz4\/\">book an appointment today<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\">Influence as A Leader in Nursing: DNP Career Outcomes<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">Executive nurse leaders are a crucial part of the rapidly changing healthcare field. The national demand for DNP professionals with executive leadership skills increased 47% in the past four years. Nurses with the knowledge and experience earned through the online DNP &#8211; Executive Leadership program set the standards and vision for nursing practice in the delivery of care that meets the \u201cTriple Aim\u201d developed by the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ihi.org\/Engage\/Initiatives\/TripleAim\/Pages\/default.aspx\">Institute for Healthcare Improvement<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Improving the patient experience of care (including quality and satisfaction);&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improving the health of populations;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reducing the per capita cost of health care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Building upon your existing management experience, the University of Michigan-Flint\u2019s Doctor of Nursing Practice degree in Executive Leadership enables you to excel as a high-level nurse administrator. You may lead in various health care settings, including hospitals, community clinics, offices of physicians, government agencies, and outpatient care centers.<br><br>According to Indeed, chief nursing executives make an average of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indeed.com\/career\/chief-nursing-executive\/salaries\">$162,164 annually<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-radius:0px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:auto;min-height:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-secondary-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-cover-is-layout-34209bb0 wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container-fluid mb-0\">\n\t\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center mb-2 has-arboretum-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-afc6a9dd38f143d0af90c33860b28cd2\" style=\"font-size:clamp(33.419px, 2.089rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 2.077), 60px);font-style:normal;font-weight:1000;line-height:1.5\"><strong>$162,164<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14.642px, 0.915rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.575), 22px);\"><strong>median annual wage<\/strong> for chief nursing executive<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#00c0b7\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2 mt-4\">\n\t\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><strong>UM-Flint will implement new enrollment criteria for programs leading to professional licensure and certifications. Only applicants who are located in a state where the program\u2019s educational requirements are known to be satisfied will be eligible for initial enrollment.<br>Refer to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/online-rn-to-dnp-with-msn\/statement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\">School of Nursing Statement<\/mark><\/a>&nbsp;for more information.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-4 has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"admission-requirements\">Online DNP &#8211; Executive Leadership Admission Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">A candidate must meet the following requirements to be eligible for admission:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>BSN from an accredited college or university with an overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current unencumbered RN license in the United States.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Master\u2019s degree with a GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale in one of the following areas: Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Education, Public Health, Business Administration, Public Administration, Health Care Administration, or a related administrative or nursing field deemed acceptable to SON faculty for entry into this program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants must have 24 months of current mid-level administrative or higher position experience (nurse manager, supervisor, director, assistant director) or a faculty position teaching graduate students nursing administration or a nursing management or executive consultation position full-time in the last five years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prospective students must also have completed 30 hours of continuing education in nursing administration within the last three years.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Candidates admitted to the DNP in Executive Leadership program must demonstrate that they possess the attributes necessary to succeed in the challenging DNP-level nursing curriculum and must be able to act as professional nurses where appropriate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Essential qualities of candidates include the cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and physical abilities required for satisfactory completion of the executive leadership curriculum and development of professional attributes required of all students upon completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Executive Leadership Certifications<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Non-APRN students, who hold national certifications as a Nurse Leader\/Nurse Executive may apply 500 clinical hours (per AACN Guidelines) toward the 1000 hours required for the DNP degree. Certifications must be active throughout the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>State Authorization for Online Students<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In recent years, the federal government has emphasized the need for universities and colleges to be in compliance with the distance education laws of each individual state. If you are an out-of-state student intending to enroll in an online program, please visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/online\/state-authorization\/\">State Authorization page <\/a>to verify the status of UM-Flint with your state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\" id=\"apply\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"how-to-apply\">How to Apply to the DNP in Executive Leadership Online Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">To be considered for admission to the DNP in Executive Leadership program, submit an online application below. Other materials can be emailed to <a href=\"mailto:FlintGradOffice@umich.edu\">FlintGradOffice@umich.edu<\/a> or delivered to the Office of Graduate Programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Application for Graduate Admission<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>$55 application fee (non-refundable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Please read our full&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/transcript-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">transcript policy<\/a>&nbsp;for more information.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>UM-Flint transcripts will be obtained automatically<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For any degree completed at a non-U.S. institution, transcripts must be submitted for an internal credential review.&nbsp;Read the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/international-transcript-evaluation\/\">International Transcript Evaluation<\/a>&nbsp;for instructions on how to submit your transcripts for review.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If English is not your native language, and you are not from an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/admissions\/english-proficiency\/\">exempt country<\/a>, you must demonstrate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/english-proficiency\/\">English proficiency<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Curriculum vitae or resume<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy of current RN license in the U.S. (submit either a license verification printout or a photocopy of license)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of employment as a mid-level administrative or higher position (nurse manager, supervisor, director, assistant director, etc.) or a faculty position teaching graduate students nursing administration or a nursing management or executive consultation position full-time for 24 months in the last five years.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Satisfied by a letter from an employer with a position title.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of completion of 30 hours of continuing education in nursing administration within the last three years.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Satisfied by continuing education certificate or summary of continuing education.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional Goal Statement should be a one-two page typewritten document in APA format, double-spaced. <br><strong>Please include:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Description of reasons for pursuing a DNP, professional plans, career goals, and why the candidate wants to attend UM-Flint<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Description of how candidate\u2019s past nursing experiences will prepare him\/her for an advanced nursing degree<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>List of any past achievements in nursing including any professional organization memberships or positions, awards, scholarships, nominations, certifications, committee\/project work, or other accomplishments such as scholarly publications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explanation of candidate\u2019s research interests<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/recommendation-letters\/\">Three letters of recommendation<\/a> are required from any of the following sources:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Faculty from a recent nursing program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supervisor in an employment setting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Physician Assistant, MD, or DO<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All recommenders should be familiar with the candidate\u2019s intellectual ability, academic achievement, and professional commitment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phone\/in-person interview may be required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students from abroad must submit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/admissions\/international-students\">additional documentation<\/a>. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>This program is fully online; admitted students will not be eligible to receive a student (F-1) visa to pursue this degree. Non-U.S. citizens residing outside of the United States may not complete this program online from their home country. If you currently hold a non-immigrant visa and are residing in the United States, please contact the Center for Global Engagement at <a href=\"mailto:globalflint@umich.edu\">globalflint@umich.edu<\/a> for guidance regarding your eligibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"deadlines\">Application Deadlines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">All completed applications are reviewed after the appropriate application deadline. Admission decision letters are sent out via email within approximately two weeks of the deadline. To be considered for admission, submit all application materials to the Office of Graduate Programs by 5 p.m. on the day of the application deadline. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fall &#8211; Feb. 1 (early deadline for guaranteed consideration for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/paying-for-college\/\">scholarships, grants and assistantships<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fall &#8211; April 1 (final deadline) <strong>Required in-person orientation May 15, 2026<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Winter &#8211; Aug. 15<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Enrollment Deposit &amp; Application Fee<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our program requires a $55 application fee. You can receive a waiver for this fee by attending one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/events.umflint.edu\/nursing\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/events.umflint.edu\/nursing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">webinars<\/a>. Once selected for admission to the DNP program, you will be required to pay a $100 enrollment deposit (non-refundable) to reserve your seat. The deadline to pay the deposit will be indicated in your letter of admission. The amount of the deposit is credited towards your first semester&#8217;s tuition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon request, the enrollment deposit can be waived for students that recently graduated from any UM-Flint BSN or MSN program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Campus Orientation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If admitted to the program, you must attend orientation on campus before your program begins; it is a required in-person event. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fall 2026: May 15, 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Winter 2027: October 16, 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fall 2027: May 14, 2027<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\">Lead Your Healthcare Team with an Online DNP &#8211; Executive Leadership Degree<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-5\">Ready to elevate your career as a nurse leader? 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